Direct Support Staff
About the role
Methodist Home for Children is seeking compassionate, dependable, and relationship-focused Direct Support Staff to join our Transitional Living Home team in Raleigh, NC. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy mentoring young people, teaching life skills, and helping adolescents build confidence as they prepare for adulthood.
What Is a Transitional Living Home?
Our Transitional Living Homes serve teens who are on probation and cannot safely return home following placement in a youth development center or other residential setting. Youth typically stay six to twelve months while working toward important goals such as: Completing their education Exploring career opportunities Securing employment Developing independent living skills Learning budgeting and money management Obtaining a driver's license Building healthy relationships and life skills
Responsibilities
- Providing daily supervision, guidance, and support to adolescents
- Building positive, professional relationships with youth
- Implementing treatment and behavioral support plans using the agency's model of care
- Teaching and reinforcing life skills such as cooking, budgeting, household management, and personal responsibility
- Transporting youth to appointments, school, work, and community activities
- Maintaining documentation and program records
- Collaborating with families, volunteers, schools, and community partners
- Creating a safe, structured, and supportive living environment
Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Experience working with youth ages 11–17 preferred
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
Schedule
This is a unique residential position that requires staff to live onsite while on shift. Staff typically work 3–4 consecutive days per week, providing continuity and consistency for the youth in our care. The schedule includes overnight responsibilities and may require working weekends and holidays as needed.
Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Vacation Leave
- Sick Leave
- Health Insurance
- Health Care Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Credit Union Membership
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pay
$31,200+ annually, depending on education and experience
Schedule
This is a unique residential position that requires staff to live onsite while on shift. Staff typically work 3–4 consecutive days per week, providing continuity and consistency for the youth in our care. The schedule includes overnight responsibilities and may require working weekends and holidays as needed.